Comfy Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

Why Won’t My Heat Pump Switch to Cooling Mode?

Monday, August 14th, 2023

Heat pumps are versatile HVAC systems designed to provide both heating and cooling, making them essential for year-round comfort in Oakland, CA. However, encountering a situation where your heat pump won’t switch to cooling mode can be puzzling and frustrating, especially when you need relief from the heat. It might have you looking for HVAC repair in Oakland. If you’re still evaluating your options, see how to choose between a heat pump or central AC to ensure you’ve selected the right system for your needs.

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Tips On Staying Cool While Waiting for AC Repair

Monday, July 3rd, 2023

As the summer heat intensifies in Walnut Creek, CA, a malfunctioning air conditioning system can quickly turn your home into an uncomfortable and sweltering environment. While waiting for AC repair, it’s essential to find ways to stay cool and maintain your comfort. Here are a few tips that can help you beat the heat.

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How Heat Pump Repairs Differ From AC Repairs

Monday, June 19th, 2023

Both heat pumps and air conditioning systems play a vital role in keeping homes comfortable during hot weather. However, while they both provide cooling capabilities, it’s essential to understand that heat pumps are unique systems that offer both heating and cooling functions. Heat pump repairs differ from air conditioning repairs in several key aspects. Here are 5 ways that the two systems’ repairs differ and what you should consider.

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Is Central Air Conditioning a Good Investment?

Monday, May 8th, 2023

Central AC is the standard type of air conditioning in most homes throughout the United States, but it’s no longer the only option. With heat pumps, ductless mini splits, and other ways to cool your home, it begs the question: is central air conditioning a good investment?

Central AC still has its place and may be the better solution depending on how you like to cool your home. Let’s talk about the investment benefits and setbacks of going with central air conditioning.

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Uncommon AC Repair Problems You Can’t Afford to Ignore

Monday, April 24th, 2023

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Your air conditioner breaks down from time to time when a part gives out. A common repair, and something you may even expect, is the occasional compressor replacement or maybe some replacement wiring. Those are what usually come to mind first, but there are so many other problems your AC can run into.

With your HVAC in Alameda, you might encounter some slightly odd issues that may not even cross your mind when you think of air conditioner repair. Let’s talk about those now.

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How Important Are Air Filters for Your AC?

Monday, April 10th, 2023

Your AC is pretty important. It provides cool, refreshing air that keeps you comfortable during the summer months, but it actually does more than that. In fact, there are a few things you need to know about your AC and what it does for your home, and they all relate to the air filter.

Your air conditioning in Oakland does three major things for your home, and without clean air filters, it can’t do its job at all. Clogged, old, and dirty filters can cause bigger problems than you may think, so let’s talk about how you can prevent them by switching out your air filters every 30-60 days.

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What to Do When Your Mini Split Short Cycles

Monday, March 27th, 2023

Your mini split is amazing. It helps you zone control your home, but it comes with its own problems. Any HVAC system does. If your mini split short cycles it could lead to uneven cooling, or complete failure to start.

Mini split short cycling means that the unit turns on, doesn’t reach the temperature you want it to, then turns off again. It’s pretty annoying, isn’t it? Let’s talk about why this happens and what you can do when it does.

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How to Schedule Air Conditioning Installation Near You

Monday, March 13th, 2023

Installing a new air conditioning system is a big investment, which is why it’s important to hire the right contractors for the job. What happens far too often is homeowners just type in “air conditioning installation near me” and then they’re lost.

There’s a sea of companies all on the front page, so how do you know who to pick? Who’s going to do the best job and ensure a proper installation? Well, let’s help you find out.

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10 Signs of Quality Air Conditioning Contractors

Monday, February 27th, 2023

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We’ve all dealt with people in one business or another and thought, “They’re not on the up-and-up.” You get that suspicious feeling in the pit of your stomach, and you should never ignore it.

But instead of focusing on the bad, let’s focus on the good things that air conditioning contractors do to show how professional and trustworthy they are. That way, you can find your next contractor without worrying about it.

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Is Your AC Making These Strange Sounds?

Monday, February 13th, 2023

Your air conditioner can get a little noisy from time to time, but how much of that is normal? Has there been a problem with an auditory signal that you just haven’t noticed?

Chances are that if you found this post, you noticed something abnormal coming from your AC. Let’s talk about different sounds that come from heating and air conditioning and what they mean.

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